1998 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, both 1998 Audi A8 and 1998 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
